The Best and Worst States for Retired U.S. Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on September 30, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, city guide, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
The average age for a retiring U.S. military officer is just 47 years old – 43 for non-disability enlisted personnel – meaning that a retired veteran has many years of life ahead of him or her after retiring. Many choose to start new careers, continue their education, or even start their own business. In any Read More »
Life Insurance for Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on September 27, 2016
Tags: military, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
It is never fun to talk about life insurance. But, for veterans with families it is a very important topic. Life insurance provides financial support to family members should anything happen while a soldier is actively serving. Most active duty understand their automatic Service Group Life Insurance plan benefits (SGLI). However, once military service ends Read More »
Veteran Resource Spotlight: Houston
Posted in Uncategorized on September 21, 2016
Tags: city guide, military, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
As a veteran, your military service has earned you a wide range of benefits and support. However, sorting through the list and accessing the resources in your area can be a daunting task. We’ve done some of the legwork by sorting and gathering some of the top resources and contacts for veterans. Today’s city spotlight Read More »
Veteran Resource Spotlight: Chicago
Posted in Uncategorized on September 15, 2016
Tags: tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
While the list of benefits and services available to America’s veterans is quite long, trying to locate and sort through the resources can be daunting. In fact, many U.S. veterans may not even be aware of the long list of benefits their military service has earned them, such as the Aid and Attendance benefit which Read More »
VA Automobile Allowance for Injured Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on September 13, 2016
Tags: military, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, vehicles, veterans, veterans benefits
A service-related injury impacts a person’s entire life, from how he or she completes daily activities to how they get around town and to doctor appointments. These effects can last for years after the injury, and can drain a person’s bank account, making it difficult to afford basic needs, including transportation. The servicemember or veteran Read More »
The Grand Army of the Republic: 4 Things You Didn’t Know
Posted in Uncategorized on August 31, 2016
Tags: history, veterans, veterans benefits
Founded in 1866, the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was created for Civil War veterans to come together to support, share, and befriend one another. Acting initially as a fraternal order, the GAR steadily grew, with membership peaking over 400,000 in the late 1800’s. The organization had a wide influence on policies, politics, and Read More »
Money Waiting: Little-Known VA Benefit Helps Pay for Caregiving
Posted in Uncategorized on August 18, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Veterans and surviving spouses of veterans may be missing out on a little-known but extremely helpful benefit from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) aimed at offering an “improved pension.” Known as the Aid and Attendance (A&A) Improved Pension, this benefit is specifically designed to financially assist veterans or surviving spouses who need help with Read More »
Homes for Heroes Offers Big Savings to U.S. Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on August 9, 2016
Tags: charity, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Veterans often receive thanks for their service from strangers, grateful citizens who wish there was some way to show their appreciation to military members who sacrifice so much. But when a veteran could really use assistance – like the moment they are purchasing a home or if they fall on difficult financial times trying to Read More »
The HUD-VASH Program: Helping Homeless Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on August 8, 2016
Tags: housing, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
War can have a traumatic effect on those that serve our country. Emotional and physical battle scars can render veterans unable to maintain their jobs, their family lives, and sometimes even daily tasks. Sadly, many veterans also lose their homes as a result of their post-service wounds and instability. To help veterans in need, many Read More »
‘My Life, My Story’ Helps VA Patients Share More with Their Physicians
Posted in Uncategorized on August 1, 2016
Tags: aid and attendance, tips for caregivers, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Recent studies show that the majority of U.S. physicians spend only 15-20 minutes with each patient, with some spending as little as 9 minutes with each. In a world where doctors feel rushed to see as many patients as possible, and are inundated with charts, vitals, and lists of symptoms, they work to make the Read More »
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